World's Fairs From London 1851 to Chicago 1893 .. (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781022447530)

This book is a history of the great world's fairs that took place from London (1851) to Chicago (1893). Each fair was a showcase of the latest technology, culture and art of its era, drawing visitors from around the world. The book chronicles the grand events, the inventive pavilions, the magnificent art and the celebrities who made these spectacles so memorable.

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